1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1969 Opel Olympia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Peugeot 202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Olympia (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Olympia | 202 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
